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  • FoodBlogCT News Week 33 2013

    Thursday, the 15th of August 12 courses, $150, and the Chef is just 14! At just 14-years-old American born Flynn McGarry is hoping to wow diners at his Eureka pop restaurant with a 12-course tasting menu that costs $120 per person at the BierBeisl restaurant in Beverly Hills [read more] Photo: Burger Kind Employee got […] More

  • Win Tickets to the Simonsig Vintage Wine Day

    Seize the opportunity to taste and buy rare vintage gems and enjoy a family day out filled with hearty foods, music and children’s activities at Simonsig’s Vintage Wine Day hosted on Saturday, 24 August when this landmark Stellenbosch estate showcases a fine selection of older signature wines held back for release at optimal maturity. With […] More

  • Sushi Buffet at La Cuccina

    Every Saturday, La Cuccina is hosting a seafood & sushi lunch buffet from 12h00 – 15h00.  They are fortunate enough to be situated in Hout Bay which allows them to order fish straight from the harbour to the table! They are going to have numerous fish dishes and wine specials as well. To top it all […] More

  • An intimate Evening with Johnny Clegg at Rhebokskloof

    Johnny will be delighting his fans with rare unplugged performance at Rhebokskloof Wine Estate on Saturday, the 14th of September. This very intimate show will include storytelling by Johnny, where he talks about the events in his life and the political history of South Africa and the world at that time that motivated him to write […] More

  • Women’s Day Event at Lanzerac

    In honour of Woman’s Day, the Lanzerac Wine Estate, set in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands, will be hosting an exclusive gourmet evening on Friday, 9 August. The hotel’s Executive Chef Stephen Fraser together with celebrity chef Jenny Morris, aka The Giggling Gourmet, will ensure that guests are treated to an unforgettable culinary experience. […] More

  • Celebrating Women’s Month at Pure

    The signature restaurant ‘Pure’ is located in the heart of Hout Bay Manor near Cape Town. The restaurant is open to the public as well as guests to the boutique hotel making it a culinary journey of senses, ideal for a decadent dinner or daily lunch. In a celebration of all great women, Pure are […] More

  • The Terrace Restaurant at Lanzerac

    The Terrace Restaurant offers casual dining on a shaded outdoor terrace overlooking the Manor House. Part of the charm is the restaurant’s enchanting atmosphere and alfresco menu that can be enjoyed in the outdoor seating overlooking the spectacular views. The Terrace Restaurant offers a shaded outdoor venue outfitted with wrought iron seating and soft furnishings. […] More

  • The Governor’s Hall at Lanzerac

    The elegant Governors Hall Restaurant is the hotel’s main à la carte restaurant that offers a stately fine dining experience. The Governors Hall opens its impressive wood-panelled doors daily throughout the year and welcomes local and international guests. The interior is classically decorated in rich jewel tones and is home to portraits of past Cape […] More

  • South African Wine Tasting Championship at The Hilton

    Announcement from the South African Wine Tasting Championships, the first wine competition aimed at finding talents among wine lovers. The championship will be hosted at the Hilton Cape Town Centre on the 31st August 2013 11:00 to 18:00 and anyone is invited to join. You think you can trust your palate? The South African Wine Tasting […] More

  • Competition with Flavours of the Cape (comp closed)

    The Flavours of the Cape restaurant promotion is a celebration of the Cape’s vibrant food culture, taking place the entire month of September. Participating restaurants will showcase the fine Flavours of the Cape and give diners the opportunity to experience them at affordable fixed menu prices. They are inviting top local restaurants to join them in celebrating the fine food of the […] More

  • FoodBlogCT News Week 32 2013

    Thursday, the 8th of August New York GMO Labeling Bill Could Affect Other States As Well Connecticut lawmakers are urging their colleagues in neighboring New York to consider legislation that requires genetically modified food to be labeled for consumers, hoping passage there will ultimately lead to the final enactment of Connecticut’s new labeling law. [read […] More

  • Curry & Cabernet at Rhebokskloof

    Rhebokskloof Wine Estate, part of the Paarl wine route, nestles between two valleys at the foot of the majestic Paarl Mountain, just 45 minutes from the city of Cape Town. Delicious meals are served at The Rhebok Restaurant paired with top quality, award-winning wines. During the month of August, Rhebokskloof Wine Estate are offering a new winter special for […] More